Al Jeer
On the northern border of Ras Al Khaimah is the small town of Al Jeer. This is the last place before crossing over the Oman border to the Musandam.
The beach is flat and sandy, perfect for the fishermen to pull in their boats and nets.
The rock breakwater surrounding the harbour is also excellent for snorkelling.
On the beach is an abandoned fort that has been used for different purposes over the years.
The last function was as a police garrison and jail.
We have been examining it for restoration potential and possible future use as a guest house.
As you see it is fairly bleak but located between the mountain and the sea it is in a beautiful location.
Climbing on top of the tower we discover the remains of a shaded sleeping area and a view of the Gulf.
We spend the afternoon swimming and snorkelling and then finish with a BBQ on the beach.
Fresh fish for all including the feral cats that steal from you the instant when you turn your back.
Then sunset view before going home. Another weekend done.
The beach is flat and sandy, perfect for the fishermen to pull in their boats and nets.
The rock breakwater surrounding the harbour is also excellent for snorkelling.
On the beach is an abandoned fort that has been used for different purposes over the years.
The last function was as a police garrison and jail.
We have been examining it for restoration potential and possible future use as a guest house.
As you see it is fairly bleak but located between the mountain and the sea it is in a beautiful location.
Climbing on top of the tower we discover the remains of a shaded sleeping area and a view of the Gulf.
We spend the afternoon swimming and snorkelling and then finish with a BBQ on the beach.
Fresh fish for all including the feral cats that steal from you the instant when you turn your back.
Then sunset view before going home. Another weekend done.
posted by Sand Land Dad at 22:20
4 Comments:
I want that door, in the feral cat pictures... Actually it gives me a really good idea for a glass painting piece...
I'd stay in that kind of guest house ;)
I love the view,and I am imagine there is a breeze for comfort. Yes, I could stay in that "guest house". It reminds me of old crusader adventure novels.
I envy you and your weekends.
A slight breeze, but when it is 45C it is just more hot air moving around. The water is 36C this time of year.
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